Doing what it takes: a qualitative study of New Zealand carers' experiences of giving home-based palliative care to loved ones

CONCLUSIONS: The study shows that New Zealand carers' experiences of providing home-based palliative care are similar to those in international studies; country-context, ethnicity and health systems likely influence the differences. While carers are grateful for professionals and family/whānau/friend support, they experience challenges that could be addressed by the following recommendations: undertake a regular review with carers regarding the decision to provide care at home; support carers to take on a leadership role if this is what they want; ensure carers have information regarding which professional and which agency does what and who to contact for help; provide post-bereavement support to carers for longer than it is currently being given.PMID:33927421
Source: New Zealand Medical Journal - Category: General Medicine Authors: Source Type: research